Historic Bartram's Garden

Sometimes, you just need to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Fortunately,a trip to Historic Bartram's Garden will do the trick, while keeping your bankroll in check. Located in West Philly, this free attraction is America's oldest living botanical garden. It is 45 acres of beautiful natural scenery that's easy to get to. Once home to botanist John Bartram, the 18th-century homestead is surrounded by majestic trees, natural wetlands and a gorgeous wildflower meadow. The stone house and farm buildings overlook the Schuylkill River, and from the meadow, you can see the Philadelphia skyline. Put this free venue on your list of places to visit whether you're visiting the city on a budget or not.

Sometimes, you just need to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Fortunately,a trip to Historic Bartram's Garden will do the trick, while keeping your bankroll in check. Located in West Philly, this free attraction is America's oldest living botanical garden. It is 45 acres of beautiful natural scenery that's easy to get to. Once home to botanist John Bartram, the 18th-century homestead is surrounded by majestic trees, natural wetlands and a gorgeous wildflower meadow. The stone house and farm buildings overlook the Schuylkill River, and from the meadow, you can see the Philadelphia skyline. Put this free venue on your list of places to visit whether you're visiting the city on a budget or not.